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The editor is John Ryan at email: perugazette@gmail.com. The Peru Gazette is a free community, education and information website. It is non-commercial and does not accept paid advertising.

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Court orders back pay for Koffee Kup and Vermont Bread workers after a 5-month wait – VTDigger

Source: Court orders back pay for Koffee Kup and Vermont Bread workers after a 5-month wait – VTDigger

Covid has now killed about as many Americans as the 1918-19 flu – syracuse.com

Source: Covid has now killed about as many Americans as the 1918-19 flu – syracuse.com

Local Blood Drive on Sept. 27th 3 to 6:30 PM

Peru – CVPH Donor Center Blood Brive, Monday, September 27th from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St. in Peru. 

Your neighbors need and appreciate your donation.

The blood drive is being coordinated and assisted by St. Augustine’s Knights of Columbus Council 7273. 

St. Augustine’s Soup Kitchen Menu for Wednesday, September 22nd

Pork Chops
Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes
Coleslaw
Applesauce
Dessert
Now there’s a meal!
 
Served take-out only at St. Augustine’s Parish Center, 3030 Main St., 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
 
All are welcome at our table!

+115 Additional Covid Positives Over the Weekend

Since our 9/17 update, 115 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported.
Due to a significant uptick in school-related cases, CCHD will begin issuing quarantine orders for students, faculty, and staff involved directly through the schools. This means you will no longer need to wait for a call from the NYS contact tracers – your orders will be issued with your communication from the school itself. This process with eliminate the waiting period between school notification and state health department notification. This change will go into effect this week – please be patient with your school and CCHD as we navigate this new process.
Here are links to some frequently requested data:
– A full list of Clinton County COVID-19 testing providers can be found at www.clintonhealth.org/covid19.
– CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. To register call 518-565-4848.
– Local Vaccination data: https://public.tableau.com/…/viz/Covid-Draft/Dashboard. According to the North Country COVID Vaccine Dashboard 99,092 total doses of COVID-19 Vaccine were given in Clinton County as of 9/5. As of 9/5, 64% of all Clinton County residents had at least one dose of the vaccine and 61% of residents had completed their vaccine series. 74% of residents 18 years and older have received at least one dose.
– NYS Percentage positive results: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county…. According to NYSDOH 1,115 people were tested in Clinton County on 9/18. As of 9/18, 7-day average % positive in Clinton County = 5.6%.
– NYS School Report Card (providing school and college data): https://schoolcovidreportcard.health.ny.gov
– North Country Region hospitalization data: https://forward.ny.gov/daily-hospitalization-summary-region. As of 9/18, 59 individuals hospitalized (10 ICU) in the North Country Region.
– Additional information: www.clintonhealth.org/covid19

Mask Up in Town of Peru Offices

Peru – Sept. 20, 2021

To All Residents: 

In an effort to protect our Town workers and the public from exposure during the Corona Virus Outbreak, we are requiring that ALL VISITORS must wear a mask upon entering the building regardless weather you are fully vaccinated or not until further notice. 

ALL Town Offices doors will be locked to ensure full compliance by all employees and residents. 

There is a drop box out front of the Town Hall that will be checked a few times a day, please feel free to use it. 

Thank you for your understanding in this matter. 

The most important thing right now is that everyone stays safe, calm and healthy! Please stay home when possible and protect yourself and neighbors!

 

Respectfully,

Brandy McDonald and the Peru Town Council

 

Contact Numbers are as follows:

Brandy McDonald, Town Supervisor, – 518-593-3078.

 

James Douglass, Councilman – 518-570-9549.

 

Dianne Miller, Town Clerk/Tax Collector – 518-643-2745  Ext. 2

 

Courtney Tetrault, W/S Superintendent – 518-572-6600

 

Michael Farrell, Highway Superintendent –- 518-369-4845.

 

Bob Guynup, Codes Enforcement Officer – 518-726-6420

 

JCEO Office – 518-643-8455

It’s a close race on election day in politically polarized Canada | NCPR News

Source: It’s a close race on election day in politically polarized Canada | NCPR News

Religious objections, labor shortages, and protests highlight the challenge to vaccine mandates | NCPR News

Source: Religious objections, labor shortages, and protests highlight the challenge to vaccine mandates | NCPR News

Three Fort Drum soldiers die by suspected suicide within 72 hours | NCPR News

Source: Three Fort Drum soldiers die by suspected suicide within 72 hours | NCPR News

Police Pipes and Drums of Plattsburgh at the 2021 Applefest – September 19, 2021

Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine is safe and works in kids ages 5 to 11

Source: Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine is safe and works in kids ages 5 to 11

After Covid destroyed his lungs, Skaneateles corrections officer can breathe again: ‘He’s several miracles’ – syracuse.com

“SKANEATELES, NY ― Scott DeWolf, a father of two and corrections officer at Auburn state prison, came home from work one day in November 2020 feeling lousy. When he woke up the next morning, he had lost his sense of taste and smell. “Source: After Covid destroyed his lungs, Skaneateles man can breathe again: ‘He’s several miracles’ – syracuse.com

After Covid destroyed his lungs, Skaneateles man can breathe again: ‘He’s several miracles’ – syracuse.com

“SKANEATELES, NY ― Scott DeWolf, a father of two and corrections officer at Auburn state prison, came home from work one day in November 2020 feeling lousy. When he woke up the next morning, he had lost his sense of taste and smell.”

Source: After Covid destroyed his lungs, Skaneateles man can breathe again: ‘He’s several miracles’ – syracuse.com

U.S. panel backs COVID-19 boosters only for elderly, high-risk – syracuse.com

Source: U.S. panel backs COVID-19 boosters only for elderly, high-risk – syracuse.com

N.Y. hosts Free Fishing Day Sept. 25 | Sun Community News ALBANY | 

“I encourage new and experienced anglers alike to take advantage of the upcoming Free Fishing Day, which gives everyone the chance to try the sport at no cost and introduce family and friends to a new hobby,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said in a Sept. 17 announcement.

Source: N.Y. hosts Free Fishing Day Sept. 25 | Sun Community News ALBANY | Anglers of all abilities are encouraged to cast a line and enjoy the experience during the state’s fifth Free Day Day being held Saturday, Sept. 25 to coincide with National Hunting and Fis

Peru to the core: Annual Peru Applefest celebration returns today | | pressrepublican.com

Source: Peru to the core: Annual Peru Applefest celebration returns today | | pressrepublican.com

Ground game leads Peru past AuSable Valley | Local Sports | pressrepublican.com

Source: Ground game leads Peru past AuSable Valley | Local Sports | pressrepublican.com

In first month of school, University of Vermont records 85 positive Covid cases – VTDigger

Source: In first month of school, University of Vermont records 85 positive Covid cases – VTDigger

Special School Board Meeting

The Peru School Board of Education will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, September 21st at 3:30 PM in the High School Community Room.  It is anticipated that the Board will almost immediately convene in Executive Session to discuss current litigation and the employment history of particular person(s).  At this time, no other District business is anticipated for this meeting.

The agenda will be available on the District’s website (perucsd.org).

The meeting is open to the public and all current District, State and Federal COVID-19 safety procedures and protocols will be followed.  The public may only view the brief open/public sessions of the meeting.  Executive Session is not available for viewing/attendance.

Thank you.

 

City Police to host Amnesty Gun BuyBack event on Sept. 28 | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

UPDATED: SUNY police officer mourned following motorcycle crash | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH |

Clinton County COVID-19 cases top 200 | Sun Community News PLATTSBURGH | 

Health Department Report 49 Additional Covid Positives in 24-Hour Period

Since our 9/16 update, 49 additional lab-confirmed COVID-19 positive cases have been reported.
Note: Our next case update will be Monday, September 20, 2021.
Here are links to some frequently requested data:
– A full list of Clinton County COVID-19 testing providers can be found at www.clintonhealth.org/covid19.
– CCHD offers free COVID-19 vaccine clinics every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon. To register call 518-565-4848.
– Local Vaccination data: https://public.tableau.com/…/viz/Covid-Draft/Dashboard. According to the North Country COVID Vaccine Dashboard 99,092 total doses of COVID-19 Vaccine were given in Clinton County as of 9/5. As of 9/5, 64% of all Clinton County residents had at least one dose of the vaccine and 61% of residents had completed their vaccine series. 74% of residents 18 years and older have received at least one dose.
– NYS Percentage positive results: https://forward.ny.gov/percentage-positive-results-county…. According to NYSDOH 617 people were tested in Clinton County on 9/15. As of 9/15, 7-day average % positive in Clinton County = 5.0%.
– NYS School Report Card (providing school and college data): https://schoolcovidreportcard.health.ny.gov
– North Country Region hospitalization data: https://forward.ny.gov/daily-hospitalization-summary-region. As of 9/15, 54 individuals hospitalized (13 ICU) in the North Country Region.
– Additional information: www.clintonhealth.org/covid19

3 students removed after gun threat locked down South Burlington schools – VTDigger

Source: 3 students removed after gun threat locked down South Burlington schools – VTDigger

Vermont to resettle 100 Afghan evacuees – VTDigger

Source: Vermont to resettle 100 Afghan evacuees – VTDigger